NC Biosolids Project Lead

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Mid-Senior level NC Biosolids Project Lead in Raleigh, NC. The role involves overseeing biosolids services while collaborating with teams and managing client relationships. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 7 years of experience in the water industry, and a Professional Engineer license. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential. The position offers full-time employment with opportunities to make significant contributions to sustainable water management.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of project management experience.
• 7 years of related experience in biosolids water industry is essential.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical leaders to deliver biosolids services.
• Participate in client relationship management.
• Engage with local project teams for project support.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating and scheduling software

Project management software

Job description

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At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe water is more than a resource, it’s a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you’re modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HDR technical leaders, operations leaders, market sector directors, project managers, and project teams to deliver world class quality biosolids services.
• Participate in client relationship management, client presentations, conference presentations, and interviews.
• Actively engage with the local project teams and assist in Go/No-Go discussions, project risk assessments, SOQs, proposals, interviews, and negotiations as required.
• Participate in scope, schedule, and budget development for biosolids projects.
• Provide project delivery support including planning, engineering, technical consulting, design reviews, and construction services.
• Actively participate in WEF and NC One Water.
• Mentor and develop other employees.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or similar combination of relevant education and experience
• 10 years of biosolids water industry experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• Strong leadership skills and project management experience with multiple national remote teams is preferred
• Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, proposal development, and business development
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.)
• Familiar with estimating and scheduling software, project management software
• Ability to interact with various design professionals, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Current WEF and/or NC One Water involvement
• Local candidates or candidates willing to relocate are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Primary Location: United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Other Locations: United States, North Carolina – Winston‑Salem; United States, North Carolina – Charlotte; United States, North Carolina – Wilmington; United States, North Carolina – Asheville

Industry: Water.

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Water Treatment

Job Posting: Dec 5, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.